89 of those selected have gone on to receive the Nobel Prize
Received 50% more interview callbacks
Individual disclosure of executive compensation (just over 45% in favor)
Expansion of the word limit for explanations of shareholder proposals (4,000 characters)
Submitted shareholder proposals that received support in the 40% range
More than 1,000 publicly listed companies worldwide
Shareholder in more than 200 privately held companies
Capital: 90 million yen
Companies mentioned：少数株ドットコム株式会社、クラリベイト、シカゴ大学ブース・スクール、東大経済学部、Web of Science、保谷硝子、HOYA株式会社、コロンビア大学大学院、ロンドン・スクール・オブ・エコノミクス、LSE、ISS、Glass Lewis、日本プロクシー・ガバナンス研究所、ハーバード大学法科大学院、みずほFG、MUFG、りそなHD、ハイアス・アンド・カンパニー、くふう住まいコンサルティング、徳島県美馬市、株式会社河野メリクロン、投資ブラザーズ合同会社、男女産み分けドットコム、CapitalJusticeLab、Amazon
A bingo tournament with Shine Muscat grapes as prizes and Shine Muscat soft-serve ice cream will be offered at Chichibu Yumoto Buko Onsen.
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Chichibu Yumoto Buko Onsen, operated by 株式会社温泉道場, will hold an event from Oct. 10, 2026, featuring a bingo tournament and soft-serve ice cream made with Shine Muscat grapes. It will also run a campaign supporting fruit-picking in the Chichibu area.
船井総研 Agata FAS to hold 5 free online seminars for logistics industry executives starting Nov. 11. The popular seminar held in Tokyo in September will be rebroadcast, with representatives of acquiring and selling companies taking part.
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株式会社船井総研あがたFAS will hold 5 free online seminars for logistics industry executives starting Nov. 11, 2026. The event is a rebroadcast of a well-received seminar held in Tokyo in September. Representatives of the acquiring company, 株式会社カーレントサービス, and the companies that joined it, ジェイカス株式会社 and 鷹栖運輸機工株式会社, will speak about M&A strategies and the realities of business succession.
[Dec. 1 (Tue.)] INTLOOP (TSE Growth Market 9556) to hold an executive networking event with CEO Hayashi
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株式会社IR Robotics has released a video featuring INTLOOP President and CEO Hirofumi Hayashi on its YouTube channel “IPO or M&A? TV” and will hold an in-person networking event for executives only on Dec. 1, 2026, to mark the occasion.
Facts
Limited to the first 50 people
Consolidated revenue was 40.3 billion yen
+20.4% year on year
Revenue: ¥100 billion
Operating profit: ¥15 billion
We have completed 5 M&A deals
Approximately 57,000 freelance professionals (as of the end of July 2026)
Starting in November, the person who usually comes to check the copier will have AI read 1 page of the fax that just arrived before leaving. and° partners with Osaka office equipment retailer デンチュウ.
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株式会社and° has partnered with デンチュウ, an Osaka office equipment retailer, and will launch a service in November 2026 in which copier maintenance staff use the AI tool “AI Den-chan” to read faxes and provide free assessments.
Facts
Scheduled to start in November 2026
Formed a business partnership on Oct. 1, 2026
Free AI assessment (30 minutes)
Have it read 1 fax page
A company that has sold copiers and business phones in Osaka since 2016
millna to release music video for new song “どこにもない星” on Oct. 10; after about 8 years, the face of “DOLL GAL millna” is destroyed and transformed into new work “亡き子の頭もの”
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millna株式会社 announced that it will release a music video for “どこにもない星,” a new song by fashion designer millna, on Oct. 10, 2026. The mask of “DOLL GAL millna,” which had been active for about 8 years, was destroyed and reworked into a new piece, “亡き子の頭もの.” The work is scheduled to be shown at “かわいいは〇〇展2026,” which opens the same day, and the music will be distributed through TuneCore Japan.
Facts
To be released at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
Used as a professional name since 2018
millna also in 2016
What was destroyed was made by millna herself in 2022
The next-generation SmartView Dock, controlled by touch, gets even better! Customize more freely with 7 new cards! 10 coupons for 1,500 yen off are available for a limited time!
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株式会社RT announced an upgrade to its touch-customizable next-generation docking station, “SmartView Dock,” adding 7 new information cards. It is also offering 10 coupons for 1,500 yen off for a limited time.
Top 5 most desirable areas to live in Setagaya Ward [Results announced]
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Results of a survey by 株式会社フィリアコーポレーション ranking the top 5 most desirable areas to live in Setagaya Ward. Sangenjaya ranked 1st, Futako-Tamagawa 2nd, Shimokitazawa 3rd, Kyodo 4th and Seijo-Gakuen-mae 5th.
L'Arc-en-Ciel’s hyde × Ryo’LEFTY’Miyata | The band’s 35-year journey and behind the scenes of making the latest song, “総天然色”
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L'Arc-en-Ciel’s hyde will appear as a guest on episode 106 of the JFN network radio program “MUSIC TOURIST,” discussing the band’s 35-year journey and the making of the latest song, “総天然色.”
ENRAVE株式会社, a subsidiary of S.H.N株式会社, will open the izakaya “トロ壱 Hiroshima Hondori” in Naka Ward, Hiroshima, on Oct. 16, 2026. It will offer all-you-can-drink sake from all 47 prefectures of Japan and seafood dishes, along with limited-time events to mark the opening.
“Kobe Christmas Market 2026” opens Nov. 7 (Sat.)! Explore a “fun” and “beautiful” castle and forest on the mountain above Kobe, by day and by night, this Christmas. Even more displays, illuminations and gourmet food! Open through Dec. 28 this year.
Online Japanese-learning service “Native Camp Japanese” improves “Instant Lessons,” making same-day and repeat lessons with favorite instructors even smoother
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株式会社ネイティブキャンプ has improved the “Instant Lessons” feature of its online Japanese-learning service “Native Camp Japanese,” making it easier to take same-day and repeat lessons with favorite instructors. A 7-day free trial and a campaign offering coins worth USD5 are also available for a limited time in October 2026.
Facts
24 hours a day, 365 days a year
7 days
USD5
50 coins
1 hour or more
Companies mentioned：株式会社ネイティブキャンプ、Native Camp Japanese
エニタイムフィットネス opened its Urawa Nakao location in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, on Oct. 10, 2026. The company operates more than 6,000 locations in 31 countries and regions worldwide, and has surpassed 1,300 locations and 1.2 million members in Japan.
Facts
Oct. 10, 2026
31 countries and regions worldwide
More than 6,000 stores
2010
1,300 stores nationwide
1.2 million members
Companies mentioned：エニタイムフィットネス、ANYTIME FITNESS、株式会社Fast Fitness Japan
少数株ドットコム’s Yamanaka Hiroshi explores the Clarivate Citation Laureate in economics, Samuel Bowles, an economist who charted the “coevolution” of institutions and human cooperation
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少数株ドットコム株式会社 will hold a special webinar on Oct. 11, 2026, featuring economist Samuel Bowles, a candidate for the Clarivate Citation Laureate.
Facts
89 of those selected have gone on to receive the Nobel Prize
We are pleased to announce that it will be held on Oct. 11, 2026
Conducting the ultimatum game in 15 small-scale societies
Including an increase in the word limit for shareholder proposal explanations (4,000 characters)
フジテレビONE and FOD are launching a quiz show about professional baseball, “野Ｑ王～球界最強頭脳決定戦～.” Hosted by Hikaru Ijuin and Anna Nakagawa, the show is planned to run for 6 episodes.
Explaining hiring and retention measures that cut the turnover rate from 17% to 8% | HHS Director Ryosuke Sakurai appears on “リハノメ”
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Ryosuke Sakurai, a director of 株式会社HHS, appeared on “リハノメ,” operated by 株式会社gene, and discussed hiring and retention measures that cut the nurse turnover rate from 17% to 8%.
Campaign marks the 1st anniversary of the launch of compression stockings “リンパスリム”; buyers receive a manga book
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株式会社三井メディカルジャパン will mark the 1st anniversary of the launch of its compression stockings “リンパスリム” with a campaign running from Oct. 9 to 31, 2026, giving buyers a copy of the book “Lymphedema Explained in Manga” through its official online shop.
Facts
1st anniversary of release
From Friday, Oct. 9 to Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
RAL standard: 23–32 mmHg
At least 30 mmHg at the ankle
The price for the lower limbs is 30,800 yen (tax included)
41,800 yen (tax included)
Original価格は1本17,600円（税込）です
70% of the purchase cost is eligible for assistance
“Sasuke-kun” drainage fitting for bathroom renovations in public housing and aging condominiums to be exhibited at the 58th Plumbing and Equipment Exhibition
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ピースフルリノベイト株式会社 will exhibit “Sasuke-kun,” a drainage fitting for bathroom renovations, at the 58th Plumbing and Equipment Exhibition, running from Oct. 21 to 23, 2026.
Post-order cancellations and changes: 60% check before buying. Even when cancellations are not allowed, 50.5% still make the purchase
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創作品モールあるる, operated by 株式会社システムリサーチ, surveyed 200 people with online shopping experience about post-order cancellations and changes. The survey found that 60% check before purchasing and that more than half still proceed with their purchase even when cancellations are not allowed.
Facts
200 people with online shopping experience
60.0% said they “always” or “sometimes” check before purchasing whether orders can be canceled or changed
63.0% said they would like to be able to cancel for personal reasons until “before the product is shipped”
Even after learning before purchase that “cancellations and changes are not allowed,” 50.5% said they would “go ahead with the purchase”
For children in care and young people who have left care: Applications open for October and November sessions of “Class for Opening Up to Yourself” | Free to attend; join for as little as 1 session
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特定非営利活動法人手の長いおじさんプロジェクト is recruiting participants for its October and November sessions of “Class for Opening Up to Yourself,” a course for children in care and young people who have left care. Participation is free, and transportation costs of up to 2,000 yen are subsidized.
How to understand the クラリベイト Citation Laureates: economist Matthew Rabin, explained by 少数株ドットコム’s 山中裕 — the theorist who incorporated fairness and psychological biases into testable economic models
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少数株ドットコム株式会社 will hold a special webinar on behavioral economist Matthew Rabin on Oct. 11, 2026.
“スペラボ南品川4丁目店” self-storage facility to open on Nov. 1, 2026, a 7-minute walk from Shinbanba Station!
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“スペラボ南品川4丁目店,” a self-storage facility operated by 株式会社UKCorporation, will open on Nov. 1, 2026. Located a 7-minute walk from Shinbanba Station, it is currently running an opening campaign.
Takarazuka Revue Soragumi nationwide tour at Ichikawa City Cultural Hall: live screening of 『再会－風が残した君の名前－』 and 『Diamond IMPULSE（ダイヤモンド インパルス）』 confirmed!
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A live screening of 宝塚歌劇団 Soragumi’s nationwide tour performance at Ichikawa City Cultural Hall, featuring 『再会－風が残した君の名前－』 and 『Diamond IMPULSE（ダイヤモンド インパルス）』, will be held at movie theaters across Japan on Nov. 3, 2026. Tickets cost ¥4,700.
Takarazuka Revue Hoshigumi Tokyo Takarazuka Theater performance 『RRR × TAKA”R”AZUKA ～√Rama～（アールアールアール バイ タカラヅカ ～ルートラーマ～）』: final performance live screening confirmed!
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A live screening of 宝塚歌劇団 Hoshigumi’s final performance of 『RRR × TAKA”R”AZUKA ～√Rama～』 at the Tokyo Takarazuka Theater will be held at movie theaters across Japan on Dec. 13, 2026. Tickets cost ¥5,000 (tax included).
Facts
5,000 yen (reserved seating throughout / tax included)
Free web player “remix8d.com” launched to turn songs on YouTube into immersive audio
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lychyproject has launched “remix8d.com,” a free web player that converts songs on YouTube into immersive audio (3D sound/binaural audio) in real time in the browser. Using proprietary technology with a patent application pending, it requires no audio downloads or transfers to external servers and is available on modern PC and Android browsers. iOS devices are not supported.
CastSpace’s new VTuber “白波さざめ” makes debut! Voice introduction video released
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CastSpace株式会社 released a voice introduction video on Oct. 9, 2026, marking the debut of its new VTuber, “白波さざめ.” The VTuber uses VRChat, with the 3D model “ルミア,” produced and sold by U-Stella株式会社, as its avatar base.
“YOU ARE ALREADY PERFECT.” Nordic wellness philosophy × fortune-telling × Danish fine jewelry brand Trollbeads team up!
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PR Bundle株式会社 will hold “Perfectly Imperfect Vol.1,” an experiential healing event based on Nordic wellness philosophy, in Shibuya, Tokyo, on Oct. 25, 2026, in collaboration with Danish fine jewelry brand Trollbeads.
Facts
Oct. 25, 2026
2,000 yen (tax included)
5,500 yen (tax included)
Limited to a total of 48 pieces
Companies mentioned：PR Bundle株式会社、Trollbeads、GINTO ASIA G.K
Seasonal clay-pot rice arrives at 吉祥やまなか in Yamanaka Onsen, Kaga! October-only [Matsutake mushrooms and daikoku shimeji] and November–December-only [couple crab]
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The hot spring inn 吉祥やまなか in Yamanaka Onsen, Kaga, is offering a gourmet travel plan that pairs its dinner kaiseki meal with seasonal clay-pot rice. The October 2026 special is “Matsutake mushrooms and daikoku shimeji,” while the November–December special is “couple crab (snow crab and kobako crab).” The inn also introduces accommodation rates and hospitality offerings, including mindfulness retreats.
Facts
Original・26,500円～（2名1室）
Original・24,500円～（3名1室）
Original・23,500円～（4名1室）
Original・31,500円～（2名1室）
Original・29,500円～（3名1室）
Original・28,500円～（4名1室）
Bathing tax of ¥150 not included
■Period: Through Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
■Period: Sunday, Nov. 1–Monday, Dec. 28, 2026
The “Kaga Hot Spring Hopping and Town Walk Guide,” worth ¥3,200, for ¥2,200
(2,000 yen when reserved in advance while booking accommodation on the official website)
Original【楽天イーグルス】11/21（土）ろっけんベースボールフェスタ Supported by BASE FOODを東北6県で開催！
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株式会社楽天野球団 will hold “Rokken Baseball Festa Supported by BASE FOOD” in the 6 Tohoku prefectures on Nov. 21, and will visit schools for “Rokken School Visits” the previous day, Nov. 20.
Fiji’s Japanese market momentum continues: Japanese visitor numbers rose 16% year over year in January–August, the highest growth rate among major markets
Winners of the art tote bag competition to be selected on October 10 (Tote Bag Day)! Winners’ exhibition for the “23rd Tote as Canvas Art & Design Award by ROOTOTE” also to be held
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株式会社ルートート announced the winners of the “23rd Tote as Canvas Art & Design Award by ROOTOTE” on October 10, 2026, and held an exhibition at MONKEY GALLERY in Daikanyama.
A guide to watching sports in person that even beginners can enjoy this “autumn of sports”! Special feature: “Let’s Watch Sports!” The October issue of メトロポリターナ begins distribution on October 10!
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産経新聞社 will begin distributing the October issue of its free magazine “メトロポリターナ,” aimed at women working in the Tokyo metropolitan area, on October 10. This issue features a guide to watching sports and a new series on the Tokyo National Museum, among other topics.
Study cafe for high school students “塾の前（仮）” opens in Takaya, Higashihiroshima. Media invited to cover the opening ceremony.
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株式会社スターベルズ will open “塾の前（仮）,” a study cafe for high school students, in Takaya, Higashihiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, and hold an opening event on November 3.
timespace to bring “SF / ZINE” to San Francisco alongside TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
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株式会社timespace will bring its urban culture magazine “SF / ZINE” to San Francisco in conjunction with “TechCrunch Disrupt 2026,” taking place there in October 2026. To demonstrate a new media model combining AI with human editing, the company will draw on insights from a pilot project in Linz and distribute the magazine to local founders and investors.
Facts
October 13–15, 2026
More than 10,000 people
1,011 photographs
6,585 facts for use as article material
All 6 issues
A total of 1,150 copies of the ZINE
More than 500 visitors
Companies mentioned：株式会社timespace、timespace、TechCrunch、京阪ホールディングス、Fairfield by Marriott
3rd Tohoku Women’s Baseball Promotion and Goodwill Game set to take place! 読売ジャイアンツ女子チーム × 東北女子選抜ドリームフレンズ
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The “3rd Tohoku Women’s Baseball Promotion and Goodwill Game” will be held on November 1, 2026, at Kitagin Ballpark in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture. 読売ジャイアンツ女子チーム and 東北女子選抜ドリームフレンズ will face off, promoting women’s baseball and regional revitalization as part of Morioka’s Women’s Baseball Town certification initiative.
Over 450 million yen raised through fan-backed purchases, supported by more than 16,000 people! “MIRABLE AQUABLAST MINI,” a handheld high-pressure washer featuring Mirable®︎ technology, set to launch at ヤマダデンキ and on the official website!
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Tanimura Jitsugyo’s T-PROFESSIONAL brand will launch “MIRABLE AQUABLAST MINI,” a handheld high-pressure washer featuring Science’s Mirable technology, at ヤマダデンキ and on its official website starting October 10, 2026.
Facts
Over 450 million yen raised through fan-backed purchases
Retail price: 32,780 yen (tax included)
The main unit weighs approximately 0.86 kg
The series has raised more than 970 million yen* in total through fan-backed purchases
[Press Release] 株式会社アンプラージュインターナショナル（UPI） launches the official Japanese website for EXOTAC, a U.S.-based fire-starting gear brand.
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株式会社アンプラージュインターナショナル（UPI） has launched the official Japanese website for U.S.-based fire-starting gear brand EXOTAC, and begun showcasing its product lineup and brand content.
Special feature: “How to Rest Your Brain to Heal the Mind and Body” / Cover and interview with actress Nanoka Hara / Information magazine “めりぃさん” Vol. 39 to be published Oct. 10
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Vol. 39 of the information magazine “めりぃさん” will be published on Oct. 10, featuring the special feature “How to Rest Your Brain to Heal the Mind and Body.” Actress Nanoka Hara appears on the cover and in a special interview.
[PFUブルーキャッツ石川かほく] “BlueCats Anthem,” composed by ☆Taku Takahashi (m-flo, block.fm), selected as the club’s official anthem
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PFUブルーキャッツ石川かほく has selected “BlueCats Anthem,” composed by ☆Taku Takahashi, as the club’s official anthem. It will be performed starting with the home-opening games on Oct. 17 and 18.
Have fun while thinking about the environment through e-sports and litter pickup! “eスポGOMI in 多摩永山中学校” set to take place
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株式会社Life Reversal Gaming. will participate as the operating committee for “eスポGOMI in 多摩永山中学校,” to be held at Tama Nagayama Junior High School on Nov. 29, 2026. The event, hosted by the PTA, will offer students an environmental conservation activity combining e-sports and litter pickup.
Notice of a paper discussion group on “The Political Economy of the Rent-Seeking Society,” written by Anne O. Krueger
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AIマネー大学株式会社 will hold a paper discussion group on “The Political Economy of the Rent-Seeking Society,” a paper by Anne O. Krueger, on Oct. 12, 2026. 山中裕 will serve as the lecturer, and participation is free.
Estimate a budget based on the scope of requests for GA4 setup, e-commerce measurement and dashboards. フィシルコム revamps its estimate simulation for data and measurement infrastructure
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フィシルコム株式会社 has revamped its estimate simulation for data and measurement infrastructure, offering a page where users can check an approximate cost based on conditions such as the number of target websites, measurement scope and dashboard development.
A “Halloween Greeting” created by horror producer 夜住アンナ is coming to 横浜ビブレ’s “Vibharo”! “Scary-cute” horror performers will appear, and Halloween treats will be handed out to those who say the catchphrase
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株式会社BAKERU will hold a “Halloween Greeting” event planned by horror producer 夜住アンナ at 横浜ビブレ on Oct. 31, 2026, featuring horror performers handing out treats.
[SmallRig] Amazon fall sale! Up to 40% off camera accessories and filming equipment
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SmallRig will hold a fall sale at its official Amazon.co.jp store from Oct. 13 to 19, 2026, offering up to 40% off smartphone photography accessories, LED lights and more.
[オイシックス新潟] Announcement: 2026 professional baseball draft public viewing and player-selection press conference to be held Oct. 22 (Thu)
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オイシックス新潟アルビレックス・ベースボール・クラブ announced that it will hold a public viewing and player-selection press conference for the professional baseball draft, scheduled for Oct. 22, 2026.
Facts
Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
From 16:30 until the final selection
Scheduled to begin 20 minutes after the draft concludes
[Free webinar] Vietnam’s growth markets in 2027: Exploring the next business opportunities
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ONE-VALUE株式会社 will hold a free online webinar on Nov. 11, 2026, explaining growth sectors in Vietnam’s 2027 market—including food, daily necessities, retail, real estate and logistics—and business opportunities for Japanese companies.
[ワカモノリサーチ survey] We asked young people of the Reiwa era! Which blood type has an advantage, and which is at a disadvantage?
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In a survey of young people aged 15 to 20 conducted by 株式会社ワカモノリサーチ, type A was most likely to be seen as “advantaged” (45.6%), followed by type O (23.3%), type AB (22.5%) and type B (8.6%). Type B was most likely to be seen as “disadvantaged” (31.8%), followed by type O (30.9%).
Prologue movie released for “Shikai,” a completely new “non”-science suspense game from the staff behind the Science Adventure series
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株式会社MAGES. has released the prologue movie for “Shikai,” a game for Nintendo Switch/PS5 scheduled for release this winter. The “non”-science suspense adventure game is being created by staff from the Science Adventure series, with the theme song performed by Kanako Ito.
2026 second-half event schedule announced [横浜市歴史博物館]
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The 2026 second-half event schedule for 横浜市歴史博物館, operated by 公益財団法人横浜市ふるさと歴史財団, has been announced. The lineup includes a flower-arranging workshop, a course on historical documents, a special lecture and an experimental archaeology course.
Facts
Fee: 3,000 yen
Fee: 5,000 yen (registration only as a single package)
For people who create culture to encounter culture. ２Shoulderpads to launch art worker tickets for “GALAXY TRAIN-銀河鉄道の夜-”
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株式会社キューブ, which is presenting a ２Shoulderpads production of “GALAXY TRAIN-銀河鉄道の夜-,” has announced the introduction of “art worker tickets,” a discounted ticket program for arts professionals, priced at 1,500 yen.
Facts
An exceptional price of 1,500 yen
General admission ticket: 5,900 yen
U18 ticket: 2,500 yen
Opening this Nov. 11
Starting today, Oct. 10
Companies mentioned：株式会社キューブ、２Shoulderpads、CUBE GLOBAL STAGE PRESENTS、ＣＢＧＫシブゲキ!!、ABCホール
Held Oct. 10 (Sat.) and 11 (Sun.) | International Day of the Girl Event 2026: “BE YOURSELF! The Self-Expression Lab,” an experiential event for girls’ empowerment
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公益財団法人プラン・インターナショナル・ジャパン will hold “BE YOURSELF! The Self-Expression Lab,” an experiential event commemorating the International Day of the Girl, at Shibuya Hikarie on Oct. 10 and 11, 2026. The event will promote girls’ empowerment through a Media Day program featuring fashion model Kagawa Saya and workshops in makeup, flower arranging and other activities.
Facts
Saturday, October 10, 2026
8th floor
11:00～19:00
More than 160,000 people
As of Sept. 2026
More than 80 countries worldwide
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人プラン・インターナショナル・ジャパン、プラン・インターナショナル、PLAN GIRLS MOVEMENT 2026、シチズン時計株式会社、西武信用金庫、KADOKAWA、ARTIDA OUD、Uhr、SHISHIKUI、OSAJI、The Little Shop of Flowers、fram
Special Exhibition 2026 at the Tamba Dinosaur Museum: “The Great Dinosaur Exhibition: Zavacephale, a Newly Discovered Pachycephalosaur,” commemorating the 20th anniversary of the discovery of the Tamba Dragon
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A special exhibition will be held at the Tamba Dinosaur Museum from October 2026, featuring Cretaceous dinosaur fossils such as Zavacephale and Wairex to mark the 20th anniversary of the discovery of Tambatitanis.
Facts
August 7, 2006
Approximately 110 million years ago
4 locations nationwide
Approximately 14 million years
Approximately 12 m long
Course fee: 200 yen
Capacity: 15 people per session
Course fee: 500 yen
Course fee: 2,000 yen
Course fee: 800 yen
Oct. 10, 2026
Feb. 23
1,500 yen for high school students and older
Elementary and junior high school students: 500 yen
An international exchange event open to participants who are not confident in their English. QQEnglish to hold an event using English and Japanese through games in Takadanobaba on Oct. 14
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株式会社QQ English and U Share株式会社 will hold an international exchange event in Takadanobaba on Oct. 14, 2026, open to beginners in English.
To coincide with the premiere of the 日本テレビ drama “Our Hakone Ekiden,” paperback editions of the original novel, signed by the author, will be sold in limited quantities at 6 Tipness locations
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株式会社ティップネス will sell a limited number of signed paperback editions of “Our Hakone Ekiden,” the original novel published by Bungeishunju and written by Jun Ikeido, at 6 of its locations in the Kanto, Kansai and Tokai regions starting Oct. 10, 2026, to coincide with the premiere of the 日本テレビ drama of the same name.
【October is Eye Care Month】“Blueberry Eye DELUXE” giveaway at Yanagidani Kannon Yokokuji Temple in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture, dedicated to the deity of eye care
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株式会社わかさ生活 is giving visitors a limited number of “Blueberry Eye DELUXE (7-count pack)” at Yanagidani Kannon Yokokuji Temple in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture, in conjunction with October’s “Eye Care Month.”
After “Outlaw Old Man,” here comes “Fanta Old Man”! Notice of Jun Miura’s event celebrating the release of his eagerly anticipated new book, “The Awakening of Fanta Old Man,” featuring a high-five and book-signing session, plus a media Q&A
An exclusive collection featuring MLB-licensed special-edition items by Champion, Fanatics and others is coming from “CIAOPANIC TYPY,” operated by 株式会社パル. It will go on sale at physical stores and online starting Oct. 10, 2026.
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￥10,450
￥13,200
￥12,650
￥19,800
￥8,250
￥22,000
￥11,000
￥6,600
￥3,300～￥5,500
￥10,890
Oct. 10, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社パル、CIAOPANIC TYPY、Champion、MLB、Fanatics、Fanaitcs、ZOZOTOWN、PALCLOSET、ファナティクス・ジャパン合同会社、Fanatics Japan G.K.
【新潟建築・インテリア・ものづくり大学校】Second-year Electrical and Communications Engineering students train in pole climbing with working electricians, in partnership with 株式会社荻荘電機, gaining hands-on experience working atop actual utility poles
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新潟建築・インテリア・ものづくり大学校 conducted pole-climbing training for second-year Electrical and Communications Engineering students using actual utility poles, in partnership with 株式会社荻荘電機.
The immersive exhibition “Missing Persons” has drawn more than 220,000 visitors and is now set to open in Gifu Prefecture! And today, Oct. 10, “Exhibition of Fear: Fukuoka” opens!
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The immersive exhibition “Missing Persons” is set to be held in Gifu Prefecture in November 2026, with cumulative attendance exceeding 220,000. “Exhibition of Fear: Fukuoka” also opened on Oct. 10.
トム・プロジェクト: Revival of 『鬼灯町鬼灯通り三丁目』, which closed last year after drawing full houses every day, already confirmed; tickets on sale now!!
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The play 『鬼灯町鬼灯通り三丁目』, produced by トム・プロジェクト, will return to Kameido Cultural Center's Camellia Hall on Jan. 20 and 21, 2027. The revival has been confirmed, and tickets are now on sale.
ランジャタイ's 国崎 comments on the “collision accident” mishap involving ヨシタカ: “This woman makes the least sense”; ニューヨーク's 屋敷 quips about a beautiful nurse and gravure idol appearing on the show | 『男磨きみがきハウス 緊急招集SP』
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ABEMA streamed the two-part special 『男磨きみがきハウス 緊急招集SP』 on Oct. 8, 2026, as a comedy-focused feature on the popular reality show 『男磨きハウス2』. 屋敷 of ニューヨーク and 国崎 of ランジャタイ appeared, commenting on mishaps and dating scenes on the show.
『はじめてのベルクソン』 author 平井靖史 and phenomenologist 田口茂 to discuss “What Can Philosophy Do Now? Everyday Life, Science and Philosophy in the Age of AI” in Nishi-Shinjuku on Oct. 25 (Sun.); Zoom streaming available
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株式会社TETSUGAKU will host a discussion event, “What Can Philosophy Do Now? Everyday Life, Science and Philosophy in the Age of AI,” on Oct. 25, 2026, at さくらインターネット's Tokyo office in Nishi-Shinjuku. The speakers will be 平井靖史, a professor in the Faculty of Letters at Keio University, and 田口茂, the company's CPO.
[Hiroshima/Sera] Kochia and cosmos in autumn colors are at their peak: Kochia and Cosmos Hill at Flower village 花夢の里
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Kochia and cosmos are at their peak at Flower village 花夢の里（株式会社世羅高原農場）. From Oct. 10 to 12, events including extended opening hours and flower workshops will be held.
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18：00
2,000 yen
3,000 yen
4,400 yen
2,750 yen
1,650 yen
500–1,000 yen
200–500 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社 世羅高原農場、Flower village 花夢の里、太陽樹林
First permanent directly managed store! Premium design and quality at prices that make sense. Furniture and interior brand “CAGUUU” opens at Kokubunji Marui
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Furniture and interior brand “CAGUUU” opened its first permanent directly managed store on the 4th floor of Kokubunji Marui, operated by 株式会社丸井, on Oct. 9, 2026.
Making a facility's appeal reach visitors through better operations: illustrated guide published on reviewing directions, experiences and on-site work based on customer reviews
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リクエスト株式会社 has released a free illustrated practical guide and improvement notes to help improve facility operations.
Pausing ignition, then firing again: RETROL launches “HM-01” full set combining a 7cc hit-and-miss engine with a four-wheel transport cart
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BLDB, operated by 碩輝網絡貿易有限公司, has begun selling a full set combining the 7cc hit-and-miss engine “RETROL HM-01” with a four-wheel transport cart and other items.
Former bank in Iizaka Onsen, Fukushima, to become a sauna: “Itsudemo Sauna” set to open on Dec. 1, 2026; crowdfunding campaign launched
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株式会社ニタカ has launched a crowdfunding campaign for “Itsudemo Sauna,” a sauna facility planned to open on Dec. 1, 2026, in a former bank building in Iizaka Onsen, Fukushima Prefecture.
Silver sheen meets functionality: “Perfect Spoon” cutlery, designed for easy scooping and eating, launches presale for its 2nd release on Oct. 10
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有限会社ダヴィンチクリエイト will begin preselling the 2nd release of “Perfect Spoon,” silver-sheen cutlery made by artisans in Tsubame-Sanjo, on Makuake from Oct. 10, 2026.
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From shortly after 8 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
[Kumamoto Shimotori] Popular seafood tavern “なみ小屋 熊本下通り店” refreshes its menu! Draft beer 199 yen (219 yen including tax)♪ Rolled sushi snacks from 199 yen (219 yen)～; campaign for all-you-can-drink with draft beer at 330 yen on Oct. 12 and 13♪
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なみ小屋 熊本下通り店, operated by 株式会社FS.shake, refreshed its menu on Oct. 9, 2026, and revised prices, including draft beer at 199 yen. A campaign offering all-you-can-drink with draft beer for 330 yen will run on Oct. 12 and 13.
[New private account] High-value buyer おたからや launches official behind-the-scenes channel “おたからやのバックヤード”! Offering a look at おたからや, where “work and play are both taken seriously,” available only here | YouTube, Instagram and TikTok [いーふらん]
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株式会社いーふらん has launched the official behind-the-scenes account “おたからやのバックヤード” for high-value buyer おたからや on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. Through short videos featuring current employees, the company aims to refresh the image of its buying stores and showcase its workplace culture.
Estimates that took 2–3 hours now take 5 minutes: reporting from AI implementation sites across 10 small-business industries
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合同会社オールズバーグ published 『中小企業こそAIで大化けする』 by 尚功 佐藤 on Sept. 28, 2026. It shared findings from reporting on AI implementation across 10 industries at businesses supported by 株式会社ウツセバ, including major reductions in estimate preparation time and sales growth.
Notice of the signing ceremony for a tripartite comprehensive partnership agreement between the University of the Ryukyus, HLA and OLA to prevent drowning accidents, to be held on October 20
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The University of the Ryukyus, 一般社団法人沖縄県ライフセービング協会（OLA） and ハワイアンライフガード協会（HLA） will sign a tripartite comprehensive partnership agreement aimed at preventing drowning accidents and other goals. The signing ceremony will be held on October 20. Top Ocean Safety officials from 4 counties in Hawaii will visit Okinawa to share information on the use of technologies such as AI and VR and on workforce development.
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Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
Held on October 20
4 Hawaiian counties
University of the Ryukyus 50th Anniversary Memorial Hall
Became independent from Emergency Services Department in 2024
Companies mentioned：国立大学法人琉球大学、一般社団法人沖縄県ライフセービング協会、OLA、ハワイアンライフガード協会、HLA、中央大学、一般社団法人JAPAN WATER PATROL、USLA、米国ライフセービング協会、Kauaʻi Ocean Safety Bureau、Honolulu Ocean Safety Department、Emergency Services Department、County of Maui Department of Fire & Public Safety、Maui Fire Department、Hawaiʻi Fire Department、Hawaiʻi County
In a September 2026 survey of unwanted item collection services by generative AI conducted by 株式会社ブランディングワークス, くらしのマーケット ranked first, with a 51.9% mention rate. ChatGPT named メルカリ as its top pick, while Gemini named くらしのマーケット. Comparison sites such as meetsmore.com were cited as the basis for the responses.
A new project ahead of the 150th anniversary of Japanese wine. 株式会社CruX announces a range of initiatives connecting consumers with wine-producing regions.
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Ahead of the 150th anniversary of modern Japanese wine in 2027, 株式会社CruX announced a range of new projects connecting consumers with wine-producing regions. These include a brick-and-mortar store collaboration with WINE SHOP nico’s Shibuya store; enhancements to the “日本ワイン.jp” and “クラフト日本ワイン” web services; a rebuild of the “Craft Wine Shop” e-commerce site; a revamp of the “チョクリュ” procurement service for liquor retailers; the selection of “日本ワイン大使2026” in partnership with ミクチャ; and “OH! MY NIHON WINE,” which makes the experience visible through label photography.
真岡市 launched a hometown tax donation crowdfunding campaign on October 8, 2026, to create a new outfit for the city’s mascot, “Mookapyon.” The target is 1.5 million yen, which will go toward design and production costs.
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Seeking donations with a target of 1.5 million yen
Launched on October 8, 2026 (Thursday)
Selected from 470 entries submitted from across Japan
Created in 2014 to mark the 60th anniversary of 真岡市’s incorporation as a city
Second edition of the art-adorned “special catalog gift” on sale in a limited run of 100 sets
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The “Harvest” project run by 株式会社愛媛新聞社 has begun selling the second edition of its card-style “Gift Card of Your Choice” catalog gift, created in collaboration with artist Ayumi Okino of the Smile disability support facility. The edition is limited to 100 sets.
BANKAKU KITCHEN, operated by 株式会社坂角総本舖, will open a stall at the “Enchanted Bread Festival,” running at ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ from October 14, 2026, and will launch 3 new venue-exclusive menu items and set products.
The actual “management plan” of a company with 17 consecutive periods of revenue and profit growth revealed! Seminar for business leaders and year-end party to be held in Shinjuku on Friday, November 13
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株式会社経営参謀 and 株式会社プリマベーラ will hold a seminar in Shinjuku on November 13, 2026, where attendees can see the actual management plan of a company with 17 consecutive periods of revenue and profit growth.
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Revenue and profits have increased for 17 consecutive fiscal years
A new option for aspiring students seeking a place at a world-class university! Special information session for エプソムカレッジ マレーシア
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Global Learner’s Institute（GLI） will hold a special information session on November 6, 2026, for the British-style international school エプソムカレッジ マレーシア.
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Nov. 6, 2026
2 university admissions
In 2014
Companies mentioned：株式会社鏑木教育コンサルティング、Global Learner’s Institute、GLI、エプソムカレッジ マレーシア、Epsom College Malaysia、エプソムカレッジ
“How do you attract attendees?” Event and community organizers to share candid insights at networking event on Friday, October 16, at 参謀BAR Hamamatsucho
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株式会社経営参謀 will hold a networking event for event and community organizers, “Gathering of Event and Community Organizers,” at 参謀BAR Hamamatsucho on October 16, 2026.
Koji Yamamoto, a 光通信 director at 28 who sold 1 trillion yen, to discuss his life story at a business leaders’ study session in Shinjuku on Friday, October 23
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株式会社経営参謀 will hold a study session for business leaders in Shinjuku on October 23, 2026, featuring guest Koji Yamamoto, a director of 光通信 and representative of Global Partners.